From the case:
Rib fracture on ultrasound
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Linear lucency reaching to cortex of a left lower rib.
From the case:
Rib fracture on ultrasound
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Cortical breach with small crescent of hematoma.
Case Discussion
Ultrasound can be used to diagnose rib fractures accurately but is seldom used because it is time consuming and uncomfortable for the patient.